The next day, Penelope parted from Tyrion to meet with the queen and the ladies invited to the palace.
Luckily for Penelope, Hazel had also arranged for Eleanor and Julie to sit with the ladies.
Eleanor walked ahead of the young ladies, while Penelope and Julie walked holding hands.
"Why do the men stare at us like we are a pair of lovers declaring how much we care for each other. Is a lady meant to only cling to her husband? Must we forget our friendships?" Julie asked loud enough for onlookers to hear.
Julie smiled when Eleanor turned around.
"I think it is me they stare at. It is the first time Tyrion and I have stayed the night in the palace. It went well, but we cannot stay another night since it would give others enough time to plot," said Penelope.
